3 Things to Know When Opting For Propane Gas

Propane has been a crucial energy source in the United States for more than a century now. The fuel is a byproduct of oil refining and natural gas processing, and is popular with users who want to use a clean burning, environmentally friendly gas that can reduce their energy costs and carbon footprint in the long run. More than 60 million Americans use propane for reliability, comfort, and daily savings. If you are interested to join the growing number of propane users, here are the three essential things that you should know about this type of gas:

1. Propane is safe.
   
   
   In fact, it is a clean and approved fuel that is acknowledged by the Energy Policy Act of 1992 and the Clean Air Act of 1990. A propane forklift can produce 30 to 90 percent less carbon monoxide and around 50 percent less toxins and smog-inducing emissions than gasoline-powered vehicles. Hence, it is safer to run service vehicles inside, such as in factories and warehouses. Moreover, propane is nontoxic, so it will not harm water and soil.
   
   
2. Propane is an economical choice for heating.
   
   
   You can save up to 30 percent each year by heating water with propane, and save up to 50 percent when you use a propane-powered clothes dryer. You can reheat a tankful of water in about 20 minutes with propane—and that is quicker than the hour spent with electricity. Propane can keep a consistent air supply at 115 degrees Fahrenheit compared to an electric heat pump, which delivers a slightly higher temperature than the average human body.
   
   
   Appliance Magazine found that gas furnaces last longer (up to an average of 20 years) compared to electric heat pumps that last an average of 14 years. It is cheaper to repair propane gas furnaces, too.
   
   
3. Buy propane from a reliable retailer.
   
   
   Look for a reputable propane supplier and delivery company in your area. Make sure that it has excellent standing with the Better Business Bureau and that it provides flexible payment plans to match your needs. Choose a company that delivers commercial and residential propane, with a 24/7 emergency service to go with it.